Serving 494 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School serves the northern part of Belmar, NJ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 13.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
One Vision · All Students · Wall Together
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
82%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
494 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Central Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Wall Township Public School District.
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